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We often have this romantic view of strategy. You do the thinking, then you flip to pure execution. In reality, that’s not the case. If you’re not revisiting, reworking, or refactoring things constantly, you’re probably missing something. Here are some examples of company-building “errors” that should be celebrated.
Argentinian President Javier Milei took to the stage at Davos last week. His speech on free market libertarianism is perhaps the most compelling talk on the topic given to date. However, what’s equally as impressive, was that this speech was given in Spanish - AI has translated it to English in real time, with augmented facial movements, while keeping his accent.
A pair of scientists at Google's artificial intelligence subsidiary DeepMind is in talks with investors to form an AI startup in Paris, highlighting how in-demand top AI minds are at the moment.
Retention is a huge topic in B2C. However, in B2B, we’re often too focused on the acquiring side of users. Here’s your call to arms to make logo retention a top priority in 2024, with some tips on how to do it.
Startups are designed to do new things, and at a certain point, you simply run out of playbooks. This article explores some mental models you can use to make progress through uncertainty. The context here is in the role of an engineer, but the frameworks outlined in the second half of the article are useful for any founder.
Delegation is one of the most undertaught but important skills you can learn as a manager.
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Multiple author Richard Rumelt is known for being a don of strategy. In this podcast, he breaks down the alchemy of good strategy, from the role of soft power to the need for a singular owner.
The findings from this economic study were inconsequential. However, it might take some time before we see the true impact of remote work, particularly around the topic of global talent availability and the power this puts in the hands of the employer.
X is a valuable platform for intellectual growth and networking, offering access to live discussions on various topics and enabling connections with experts and like-minded individuals. Effective use involves curating feeds, thoughtful engagement, and leveraging its search and tweeting capabilities for creative and informative exchanges.
A reminder - building new things is hard. Learning the ropes and finding your fit isn’t necessarily linear progress. Stumbling in the dark for a while is OK.
Anthropic researchers found that AI can be trained to deceive, and they’re really good at it.
"Status limbo" occurs when one departs from conventional paths, leading to a phase of self-discovery and growth amidst societal uncertainty and shifting perceptions of one's status.